Historically, hurricanes in 2004-2005 and periodic tropical storms have caused extensive wind and flooding damage. Even before Hurricane Irma, heavy rainfall in late August created saturated soil conditions in many citrus groves in Southwest ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
Cooler weather and damp, dreary days may signal the start of fall to many Floridians, but to greenhouse growers and weed scientists it means one thing: Liverwort. “The toughest weed to control in enclosed structures is, by ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, Pests & Disease, TurfThe catastrophic weather event named Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rican soil and billions of dollars in damages have been reported thus far. This cyclone ripped through the heart of this American territory and crippled its ability ... READ MORE
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As the Fall season has finally come, we are still seeing warm and wet summer weather. These conditions are perfect for a troublesome pasture weed, called Doveweed (Murdannia nudifflora). This summer annual weed is in the dayflower family and ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Livestock, Pests & Disease
The University of Florida-Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC)'s 4th One Night in the Tropics event is under way. This year’s celebration is a special one as our community has suffered major losses due to Hurricane Irma. After ... READ MORE
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Coffee Senna, Senna occidentalis Coffee Senna is an annual herb that is toxic if consumed in large quantities. It is found in disturbed or over grazed areas and can become an issue in row crops. Mowing before the formation of seed can be an ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Farm Management, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ExtensionIn Northeast Florida we have seen a significant increase in the number of mosquitoes because of the standing water left by Hurricane Irma. While local mosquito control districts try to knock back the mosquito population there are steps that ... READ MORE
Category: Pests & Disease